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Add To Your Playlist: Sweet Spring Songs

Posted on 03/20/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

The heat wave we’re under here in Michigan has given us summer fever. Yep, that’s right. We buzzed right past spring fever. Swim suits, boating, sun bathing, and great summer tunes can’t come fast enough now that we’re over the warmth threshold. When we sat down to post for Music Monday, we really wanted to [...]

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Wedding Wednesday: Luck of the Irish

Posted on 03/15/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

St. Patrick’s Day is the luckiest day on which to get married in Ireland.  While the rest of us celebrate this Irish holiday with green beer and shamrocks, love takes center stage on the Emerald Isle. Kiss Me, I’m Irish, takes on a whole new meaning! Here are a few other Irish wedding traditions that keep [...]

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Add To Your Playlist: 3 More Can’t Go Wrong Dance Songs

Posted on 03/12/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

Last Music Monday, we shared 9 great picks to keep the party going strong at your corporate event or wedding reception. We asked readers to suggest their pick for #10. Read the original post here and then check out these suggestions from our readers! 1. Girls Just Want To Have Fun - Cyndi Lauper The Tune: Cyndi Lauper’s breakthrough [...]

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Planning Your Party: Las Vegas Casino

Posted on 03/12/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

There are a lot of great themed party ideas out there. And as we get this series started, we want to share details on some of the more popular options. A Las Vegas Casino party is a really fantastic theme to go with for larger groups, such as holiday and corporate events. You’ve got a [...]

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Add To Your Playlist: 9 Can’t Go Wrong Dance Songs

Posted on 03/06/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

When you’re planning your wedding reception playlist, it’s important to have a good variety of music that appeals to all your guests. You want to give your college roommates the opportunity to bust a move but you don’t want Grandma to feel left out. Here are 9 dance floor favorites… we’ve left #10 up to you!  1. [...]

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What’s On: Live Music in Detroit, Ann Arbor, Dallas, Denver, Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta!

Posted on 03/02/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

Everyone loves the weekend. After a long, busy week, who doesn’t want to get out and have a good time? Work hard, play hard, right?! We’ve booked some great gigs for this weekend! Whether you’re looking for live music here in the Detroit area or further afield, chances are there’s fantastic entertainment happening right where [...]

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Classic Wedding Songs: Music Makes a Lasting Impression

Posted on 02/29/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

Why do some love songs turn up as wedding favorites again and again? There isn’t a Top 10 list out there that doesn’t include at least 1 lasting standard. I gathered up some of our band leaders to ask them what they thought about it. Clearly, what makes a great love song is personal. It is part [...]

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National Acts: The Association in Grand Rapids

Posted on 02/27/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

The Association. A band known best for hits such as Windy and Cherish. These guys were 60′s pop sensations and they still put on a great show today! On Saturday they did just that. Senior Event Coordinator, Sandee Singer, booked The Association for a private function at The B.O.B. in downtown Grand Rapids and they were a hit. Each year [...]

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Planning Your Party: Phantom of the Opera Theme

Posted on 02/24/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

As a full service Entertainment and Events company,  much of our time is spent creating and planning themed events. This is particularly the case when it comes to corporate parties and events but themes are also great for private parties, picnics and even weddings! Your choice of theme will influence the entire event from decor [...]

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Paczkis, Beads, Masks – it’s Mardi Gras!

Posted on 02/22/12 by Lisa @ Lorio-Ross

Okay, so we realize we’re a little late on this. Mardi Gras was officially yesterday. We’re going to blame our belatedness on one-too-many paczkis. Mardi Gras is the ultimate party. It’s colorful, lively and eclectic. There’s booze and fancy donuts. And the carnivalesque festivities culminate with costumes and parades. The carnival season may only last [...]

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